Category Archives: Age 1-3

Tea Collection Review and $150 Giveaway – There’s Fun in Every Playful Piece!

Tea Collection Bali Spring CollectionWe love Tea Collection.  My daughter has several pieces from Tea Collection that she has been wearing for about a year and two things that I as a mom appreciate about Tea Collection clothing is how well the pieces hold up and they are machine washable. My daughter loves the “colorfulness” (that’s her word not mine) and she chooses her Tea Collection dresses over many because they are very soft and comfortable.

She recently received a few pieces from Tea Collection’s Bali collection.

Bali is Tea Collection’s inspiration this Spring season due to its rich immersion in the arts.  From small mountain villages to surf worthy coasts, inspiration abounds in Bali.   Surrounded by natural beauty, vibrant people, and intoxicating music, the family became engrossed in Bali’s rich culture and history resulting in their beautiful Bali collection.

Tea Collection - Bali Collection
#1 Artisan Lotus Dress, #2 Jaya Peak Playdress, #3 Flutter Fun Romper, #4 Moon Orchid Trapeze Dress
Tea Collection brought all the creativity that they had amassed and poured it into their new, vibrant collection of children’s clothing, the Bali Collection.
Starting with the Moon Orchid Trapeze Dress (#4 in photo above). Its watercolor design of one of Bali’s most beautiful flowers stands out against its crisp backdrop. Made of 100% cotton, this dress playfully swings and twirls which makes my daughter very happy.  This is a great stand-alone piece, but it also looks adorable with a pair of leggings like Tea Collection’s peacock pedal pushers.
Tea Collection Moon Orchid Trapeze Dress
Tea Collection - Moon Orchid Trapeze Dress
We love the vibrant colors and dual print design of the Artisan Lotus Dress (#1 in photo above).  Covered in Bali’s ikat print with a band of lotus blossoms around the waist, this modern twist on a traditional print is sure to be a crowd pleaser. If your daughter is like my five year old, this fun dress will be one your little darling cannot wait to wear.
A dress from another collection holding true to the Bali theme is the Jaya Peak Playdress (#2 in photo above).  Mountain peaks and butterflies border this whimsical dress, named after the tallest mountain in Indonesia.
PAZITOS FLOWER BUNCH SANDALSDoes your daughter need shoes to complete all the charming looks in this collection? Check out Tea Collection’s adorable Pazitos Flower Bunch Sandals in Kiwi for an extra pop of color. These comfy leather sandals are perfect whether your little one is going dressy or casual.  As you can see in the photographs above, my daughter wears these with everything!
Tea Collection, has a distinctive outlook on fashion. By using destinations as inspiration, Tea Collection brings playfulness to their children’s clothes. They have styles and designs to fit the personality of little girls and little boys everywhere.
From Japan and Korea to West Africa and Norway, Catalonia, Mexico, Hungary, and Brazil Tea Collection has traveled the globe to share and create. Their brightly colored clothes are machine washable making them as easy to care for as they are to wear.

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Alicia Hagan, Editor
Disclosure: My daughter received Tea Collection pieces for review purposes. All opinions are 100% my own and were not influenced in any way.

Choosing The Best Infant Car Seat For You and Your Baby

best infant car seatsChoosing an infant car seat is one of the most important tasks of expectant and new parents.  Researching infant car seats can be frustrating and overwhelming to some pregnant moms.   With so many car seats on the market, how do parents know which infant car seat is right for their child? Below are some tips for buying a quality infant car seat.

New and expecting parents have asked me how I chose my kids car seats over the years.  My answer.. I consulted Consumer Reports magazine and bought the car seat that was rated highest.   I didn’t care about looks but was most focused on safety.  Britax car seats have been very reliable for us and they have had fabulous safety ratings over the last 12 years that I’ve been buying car seats.  I know that researching via Consumer Reports’ magazine or website might not be ideal for parents who don’t have a subscription though so I am sharing with you a few of my favorite tips and car seat options.

 

Research The Options

Parents shopping for an infant car seat should research the many options on the market. Expectant parents can research car seats on sites like ConsumerReports.org, which provides detailed car seat reviews. These car seat reviews are useful because they offer expectant parents a detailed account of what other consumers liked and hated about each specific infant car seat.

Consider These Infant Car Seat Choices

 

Parents who are up to date with reading car seat reviews will recognize the strong consumer following of these three seats.

Britax B-SAFE infant car seat1. Britax B-SAFE
The Britax B-SAFE is one of the top rated car seats on the market. Sold as a travel system or as just the infant car seat, this product is easy to take in and out of the car, making it a great option for parents on the go. The front harness adjuster allows for easy strap adjustments, and the high weight capacity makes this the perfect car seat for infants up to 30 pounds.

 

Chicco KeyFit 30 infant car seat2. Chicco KeyFit 30
The best rated car seat by ConsumerReports.org, the Chicco KeyFit 30 holds babies from the tiniest to the heaviest weights approved for infant car seat use. Keeping babies safe from 4 pounds to 30 pounds, this car seat has one of the easiest adjustment systems available on the market and is compatible with a variety of strollers.

 

 

Safety 1st onBoard 35 infant car seat3. Safety 1st onBoard 35
The Safety 2st onBoard 35 is one of the most modestly priced car seats on the market with the ability to rear face up to 35 pounds. With front end harness adjustment, this seat makes it easy for parents to give their little ones a snug fit, keeping them safe and secure.

Car Seat Recalls

Parents should be sure to keep up with infant car seat recalls to make sure that their product remains safe even after purchase. Parents are encouraged to check for infant car seat, big kid car seat and booster seat recalls often.  Aside from recalls, it is also important to research the crash protection of an infant car seat, its ease of use, and vehicle fit.

Good luck with your car seat shopping.  Please ask questions or leave comments below!

Disclosure: I was not compensated by any of the brands featured in this article. 

Alicia Hagan, Editor

‘Tune-Up’ your Child’s Wardrobe with Little Trendstar®

Little Trendstar - hip kids clothingTune up your child’s wardrobe!

Little Trendstar - Hip fashion for the mini style starMy daughter loves to mix and match clothes which matches her mix n’ match personality.  Ever since she was a baby, I’ve called her Princess Peanut.  She’s a prissy little Princess but she’s tomboy-ish at the same time; that’s where Peanut comes in.  My daughter loves her Little Trendstar ROCKSTARLET long sleeve t-shirt.  She wears it with her favorite pink paisley skirt.  Interesting combination, I know.

Little Trendstar gives kids of all ages the chance be ulta-hip, with a selection of t-shirts for boys and girls size 2T to 6T as well as 3-6 month and 6-12 month onesies.

If you are looking for a few bold, colorful pieces to add to your child’s wardrobe you will adore Little Trendstar!

Little Trendstar’s pieces are made in the USA out of 100% cotton and the fabric is printed with safe, non-toxic and eco-friendly water-based inks which are phthalate free.

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About Little Trendstar: A graphic designer by trade, Little Trendstar owner Nicole Worth is mom to two little boys.  She spends her days splitting time between a few different endeavors, submerging herself in design, fashion and kids.

Disclosure: My daughter received a shirt from Little Trendstar/Rachel Florio PR for review purposes. All opinions are 100% my own.

Alicia Hagan, Editor

For your Princess – Chelsea Baby Headband and Snap-On Bouquet

Chelsea Baby Bouquet Headband

My daughter loves to play dress up.  She changes into ‘fancy clothes’ soon after she gets home from school almost every day.  She’s not lazy about changing into her fancy clothes either!  Fancy shoes, leggings or tights, a sweater, sometimes a tutu, a bit of blush, and always some sort of hair accessory.  Today she was so excited when she saw what she received from Chelsea-Baby.com, a beautiful headband and snap-on bouquet.  She tried the headband with her hair up first then decided it would look prettier with her hair down.  Such a tough decision, right?

For that little girl who likes to do exactly that “Dress up” this darling lavender, tulle and pink, green, & purple striped grosgrain ribbon completes the look!

Chelsea Baby offers the headband in lavender, hot pink, light pink, and lime green and there are currently 10 bouquet options.  The bouquet you see in the photo above is called “Dress Up”.  Fitting name, isn’t it?  I love the idea of a snap-on bouquet.

Chelsea Baby’s headbands and bouquets are whimsical, fun, and fancy. Perfect for your little princess! 

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Disclosure: My daughter received a headband and bouquet for review from Chelsea Baby.  All opinions are 100% my own.

 

Alicia Hagan, Editor

Adorable Bird Themed Nursery Artwork – Tweet Tweet!

A baby’s nursery will be their first experience of being in their own environment. Along with the loving care of those who cherish them. Many parents have different ideas about what is the best decoration for a girl or boy’s room. Today, with the Internet the choices are endless and infinitely beautiful as well. Here are a few that will make any nursery charmingly aesthetic.

Adorable bird themed nursery artwork

1. Birds on a Tree

This pastel colored textured picture takes nature on a whole other level. Patterned birds of various hues are perched atop tree branches while a fanciful formed tree sprouts branches in every direction. This picture is quiet and calming with a silently moving graphic that will give a baby something pleasurable to look at.  See Birds on a Tree artwork here

2. Alli-Nesting Artwork by Creative Concepts

This hand painted picture is rich with a mix of dark and light hues. However, the color combination will work beautifully in a child’s nursery. Nature takes over with little birds snuggled in their nest, while a butterfly appears to be approaching to say hello. An adoring ribbon used for propping the picture up reminds you of how delicate life really is. See All-Nesting Artwork here

3. Compassion Pink

This all cotton violet hued canvas portrays the act of love in colors. It sets alight the inner feelings of nurturing and vulnerability simultaneously. The display of a young life cared for by their loving parent is what makes this painting so adorable. Soft colors are used as a backdrop with deep rich tones vibrating in the foreground. This is a lovely painting that will work in both a boys or girls nursery.  See Compassion nursery artwork here
I hope you enjoy these bird themed nursery artwork pieces and let me know if you have a favorite nursery theme, artist, or style, in the comments below. I’d love to share with our readers.
Disclosure: This is not a sponsored post.  I was not compensated in any way for the opinions in this post.
Alicia Hagan, Editor